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”CPA Caucus” Seeks Major Tax Changes
Four Republican lawmakers would simplify taxes and end some sales tax exemptions.
Oct 10th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Milwaukee’s Growing Cooperative Movement Celebrates ‘Our Cooperative Communities’ at Co-Op Fest 2016
The festival will feature workshops, panels and discussions on all aspects of the cooperative movement, as well as food, music and fun.
Oct 7th, 2016 by Riverwest Cooperative Alliance
Wisconsin GOP Plan? Tax Giveaways For Not Creating Jobs?
It’s time to stop picking working taxpayers’ pockets for this entitlement for the already entitled.
Sep 8th, 2016 by State Sen. Janet Bewley
MorganMyers Promotes Wiebelhaus and Bogdanovich, Adds Digital Developer
MorganMyers is a strategic communications firm that builds, protects and promotes great brands that help feed the world.
Aug 29th, 2016 by MorganMyers, Inc.
State Gave $472 Million in Business Tax Credits
Hand-outs to Amazon, Kohls, Quadgraphics and 16 other companies bleed state treasury.
Aug 18th, 2016 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
4 Issues Democrats Will Use Against GOP
Party leaders expect running on these issues will elect Democrats on Nov. 8.
Aug 1st, 2016 by Steven Walters
Governor Walker Leads State Efforts to Aid Northern Wisconsin Recovery
Governor Walker also requested a Federal Emergency Management Agency Preliminary Damage Assessment as the first important step to requesting federal disaster assistance.
Jul 19th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Lawmakers Battle Over High Capacity Wells
Are they drawing down streams and lakes? Republican and Democratic lawmakers disagree.
Jul 18th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Manufacturers Tax Credit
Republican’s Economic Development Plan = 2/3 Fewer New Jobs
Jul 6th, 2016 by State Sen. Janet Bewley
Governor Walker Announces $3.2 Million in Youth Apprenticeship State Grants at United Pride Dairy, LLC
Established in 1991, Wisconsin’s YA program is part of a statewide School-to-Work initiative.
Jun 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Tax Cut A Windfall for Millionaires
78% of 2011 Manufacturing and Agriculture Tax Credit goes to millionaires, new study shows.
Jun 28th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Attack on Summer Meals for Kids?
Last summer Wisconsin served 2.8 million free and reduced price meals. Proposed bill would slash program.
Jun 3rd, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Property Taxpayers Pay for Walker School Cuts
Voters in 127 school districts approved referendums to raise property taxes to help offset state funding cuts.
Jun 1st, 2016 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Who Wins From Walker Tax Cuts?
There are many winners... depending on how you analyze data.
May 9th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Bacteria Taints State’s Drinking Water
169,00 households served by private wells that tested positive for coliform bacteria.
May 3rd, 2016 by Ron Seely
Pocan Introduces Tribal Marijuana Sovereignty Act
Despite Congressional efforts to prevent federal interference in state marijuana programs, federal agencies have enacted policies that do not reflect this directive.
Apr 20th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan
Speaker Vos Statement on Rep. Ott Retirement
“His passion and work led to the 2003 passing of bills revitalizing Wisconsin’s agricultural community with incentives, and better rural health care.”
Mar 31st, 2016 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
WMC tail Wags All the Dogs – Part II
"The waters of the state will be allocated on a first-come, first serve basis, running afoul of Wisconsin’s state constitution which protects the waters of Wisconsin for the benefit of all users."
Mar 11th, 2016 by State Sen. Mark Miller
Governor Scott Walker Signs 58 Bills Into Law
Acts 200 - 257.
Mar 1st, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Signs 46 Bills Into Law
Acts 154 - 199.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Wisconsin Has New Pesticide Problem
Huge farms use pesticide-coated seeds that devastate bee colonies and cause other harms.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Marion Ceraso
WEDC Launches “Made In Wisconsin” Program
Where it’s made matters
Feb 25th, 2016 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
The Water Council, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Participate in White House Roundtable on Water Innovation
The Roundtable aimed to challenge stakeholders to increase innovation and investments in water technologies.
Dec 17th, 2015 by The Water Council
Rep. Barnes to Gov. Walker – Help Milwaukee Avoid Hunger Crisis
2,700 Milwaukee residents affected each month by failed service model
Nov 30th, 2015 by Mandela Barnes
Consumers Bear Costs of Polluted Water
Nitrate pollution requires local taxpayer solutions or buying bottled water.
Nov 20th, 2015 by Kate Golden
Nitrate Pollutes State’s Drinking Water
Chemical is at unsafe levels in estimated 94,000 Wisconsin households.
Nov 17th, 2015 by Kate Golden
Marquette scientist receives $500,000 grant to study genes involved in growing rice in cold climates
Schläppi, a geneticist and molecular biologist, is developing an experimental cold-resistant strain of rice.
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Marquette University
Milwaukee County’s SEED Program Progresses With Partners
Fresh Mobile Market and Urban Fruit Orchard Move Forward; Will Allen Leases Land for Fruit Trees
Oct 30th, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Wisconsin’s Waterways Haunted by Pollution
Scary Facts about WI waters
Oct 29th, 2015 by Wisconsin Environment
John Deere Horicon Works Hosts Wisconsin Officials for Groundbreaking
New facility will consolidate operations, create 80 new jobs
Oct 22nd, 2015 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
MPTV Series Highlights Mural Collaboration
Neighborhood House and Sharp Literacy featured on The Arts Page
Oct 13th, 2015 by Neighborhood House of Milwaukee
The Remarkable Rise of Rishi Tea
The Milwaukee company sells in all 50 states with exports to 100 countries. And it's still growing.
Oct 5th, 2015 by Graham Kilmer
WEDC Awarded Federal Grant to Assist Wisconsin Exporters
Funds available for export strategy development and execution
Sep 21st, 2015 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Governor Scott Walker, DWD Secretary Newson Announce $2.2 Million in Youth Apprenticeship Grant Awards
The graduation rate for eligible youth apprentices was 84% last year.
Aug 20th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Budget Included Big Changes on Taxes
Changes slash Alternative Minimum Tax on the wealthy and reduce “marriage penalty.”
Aug 17th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Why Wisconsin’s a Magnet for Wild Animals
It's one of five states with no laws against keeping dangerous animals as pets.
Aug 16th, 2015 by Haley Henschel
Drug Testing Law In Legal Limbo
Few details available about FoodShare drug testing program.
Aug 13th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Second Healthy Food Market on MLK Drive?
Proposed deli and produce market would help transform "food desert."
Jul 31st, 2015 by Mark Doremus
Rep. Moore to Governor Walker: Proposal to Drug Test the Poor is Wasteful and Unconstitutional
In response to his lawsuit against the federal government over drug testing food stamp recipients, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) sent the following letter to Governor Scott Walker:
Jul 16th, 2015 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Wisconsin’s Rotten Return on Federal Taxes Paid
New report shows we’re the fourth worst state in federal spending received. Walker’s policies don’t help.
Jul 1st, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
GOP Legislators Redo Much of Walker’s Budget
It’s rare for so much of a governor’s budget to be changed.
Jun 1st, 2015 by Steven Walters
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Presses for Strong Avian Flu Response
“The outbreak and spread of [Avian flu] are having severe economic consequences throughout the industry.”
May 6th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
State Crackdown on Food Stamp Fraud
12-fold increase in recipients suspended under Walker. Critics assail it as politically motivated.
May 4th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Walker Would End Oversight of For-Profit Colleges
His budget eliminates Educational Approval Board, which costs the state nothing to oversee for-profit colleges.
Mar 29th, 2015 by Madeleine Behr and Kate Golden
Federal Cuts Challenge Local Food Programs
Funding reduced though number of county Food Share recipients hasn't declined.
Mar 10th, 2015 by Molly Rippinger
MPS serving 22% more school breakfasts this year
District cites research showing that students who eat breakfast have better attendance, behavior, memory and achievement
Mar 4th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Walker’s Christmas Tree Budget
The budget has a flock of non-financial items -- 58 in all -- that will quietly change state polices.
Feb 25th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Hey, Let’s Drug Test Food Stamp Recipients
Walker and Vos love the idea. So what will it cost and what will it accomplish?
Feb 24th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Stands Up for Wisconsin Beer, Brats and Cheese
Continues Fight to Protect Wisconsin Producers in Trade Negotiations
Feb 23rd, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Applauds $1 Million in USDA Grants to Train Beginning Wisconsin Farmers
“Our strong agricultural tradition is a driver of economic growth and these grants are an opportunity to boost our agriculture economy by ensuring the next generation of farmers can get their start.”
Feb 10th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Second Term
“I am honored and humbled to continue representing my community here in the State Legislature.”
Jan 5th, 2015 by Evan Goyke
Rep. Goyke to Lead Assembly Democrats on Criminal Justice and Public Safety
“As the Ranking Democrat on this important Committee, I pledge to work with anyone, from any party, and any part of the State, toward our shared goal of a safer and truly equal Wisconsin.”
Jan 2nd, 2015 by Evan Goyke
Wisconsin and 43 States Win Suit Against Sirius Radio
Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen Announces Multistate Settlement with Sirius XM
Dec 4th, 2014 by J.B. Van Hollen
Rep. Goyke Announces Candidacy for Assembly Democratic Leader
“Today I am announcing my candidacy for Assembly Democratic Leader.”
Nov 7th, 2014 by Evan Goyke
Mandel Group breaks ground on Echelon Apartments
Luxury Apartment Community at UWM Innovation Campus
Oct 13th, 2014 by Mandel Group
Clean Wisconsin Action Fund Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Supervisor
The Clean Wisconsin Action Fund officially announced their endorsement of Charlie Fox for Milwaukee County Board Supervisor District 5.
Oct 13th, 2014 by Charlie Fox
How Diploma Mills Rip Off Milwaukee Students
Fly-by-night agencies selling fake GED degrees are hard to track down. Part II of series.
May 27th, 2014 by Scottie Lee Meyers
Diploma Mills Prey on Milwaukee’s Adult Students
Online high schools promise GEDs, but deliver worthless sheets of paper. Part I of series.
May 23rd, 2014 by Scottie Lee Meyers
Who Will Be Streetcar Operator?
The city? A private company? The downtown BID? Maybe Ald. Bauman? No one really knows.
May 8th, 2014 by Michael Horne
The Greening of Milwaukee
Year by year, city Sustainability Director Matt Howard is helping transform Milwaukee.
Apr 24th, 2014 by Joe Kelly
Rep. Barca announces Democratic committee assignments for upcoming legislative session
Today Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) announced the Assembly Democratic members of the standing and joint committees for the 2013-2014 legislative session.
Dec 21st, 2012 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Rent-to-own initiative expanding on city’s near south side
A scattered-site project on the near south side of Milwaukee to renovate and transform vacant foreclosed homes into rent-to-own single-family homes is expanding, said Alderman José G. Pérez.
Jul 13th, 2012 by Common Council President Jose Perez
City Image Logo to be Unveiled Soon
The nonprofit Spirit of Milwaukee is undertaking an image rebranding for the community.
Jan 10th, 2005 by Michael Horne
How Mayor Norquist’s Salary Cut Lowers Property Taxes
John Norquist styles himself as a budget cutter, but few are aware of how personally he has taken that mission.
Oct 19th, 2001 by Bruce Murphy
Scott Jensen’s Big Shakedown
Rep. Jon Richards was feeling a little lonely.
Sep 25th, 2001 by Bruce Murphy
Will Taxes Be the Key Issue in the Governor’s Race?
In the wake of the tragedy in New York and Washington, the Democratic candidates for governor have slowed down their campaigning, but they have been strategizing as to what the major issues will be in next fall's election.
Sep 21st, 2001 by Bruce Murphy
Why the State Doesn’t Hate Tom Ament Any More
Time was when Milwaukee County was a favorite whipping boy of the state.
Jul 30th, 2001 by Bruce Murphy
